ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security
The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information security, cybersecurity and privacy protection standard assists organisations and their respective interested parties (clients, shareholders, stakeholders, government, unions, etc.) by instilling confidence that they have controls in place to reduce the risk of a cyber-attack and information breaches.
The standard provides a framework for implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) that drives information security through all levels of the organisation. The ISMS’s core function is to ensure processes within the scope of the organisation are able to provide assurance that the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their information is preserved.
What is ISO/IEC 27001:2022?
The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 ISMS standard is broken up into two sections of controls, namely:
- Management controls: These 142 controls tell the organisation how it should be structured as well as the processes that it must implement to maintain the system and ensure continual improvement.
- Operational controls: These 93 controls are categorised as organisational, people, physical, or technological controls, and provide guidance on specific measures that must be taken to protect the organisation against information security threats.
The standard is defined in accordance with the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle, as well as risk- and process-based methodologies. The standard incorporates a broad range of information and technology security practices from more than 50 supporting guideline standards, including guidance on cloud security, cybersecurity, incident management, and business continuity management. The standard also requires that the and are complied with.
The ISMS consists of all relevant policies, processes, procedures, and associated documents and records needed to effectively capture how the organisation adheres to the standard’s controls and to provide evidence of effective implementation of the required processes and policies.
Some of the key controls in the standard include physical and digital access control, network security and effective utilisation of firewalls, encryption methods, anti-virus , patch management, incident management, vulnerability management, backup management, business continuity and disaster recovery plans, and asset management. To achieve certification in this standard, your organisation must demonstrate the effective implementation of these controls, with evidence, as well as continual improvement of security practices.
A. Management Controls
| Description | Control Total |
|---|---|
| Clause 4 Context of the Organisation | 9 |
| Clause 5 Leadership | 18 |
| Clause 6 Planning | 40 |
| Clause 7 Support | 24 |
| Clause 8 Operation | 8 |
| Clause 9 Performance Evaluation | 30 |
| Clause 10 Improvement | 13 |
| ISMS CONTROL POINTS TOTAL | 142 |
B. Operational Controls
| Description | Control Total |
|---|---|
| A 5 Organisational Controls | 37 |
| A 6 People Controls | 8 |
| A 7 Physical Controls | 14 |
| A 8 Technological Controls | 34 |
| Annex. A CONTROL POINTS TOTAL | 93 |
Total Control Points
| Total Controls Points: | 235 |
Why does an Organisation need ISO/IEC 27001:2022?
As technology advances rapidly, data and information have become increasingly valuable to organisations. To protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information, any organisation that handles sensitive internal and external information must align with international best practices. ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is an internationally recognised best practice standard that organisations can use to demonstrate that their protection against information security threats is on par with the best organisations in the world. The standard promotes a risk and security awareness culture and assists with managing security incidents, compliance risks, and financial losses. The standard also provides organisations with the methodology for complying with the increasing legal requirements related to information security.
The recent boom in AI technology marks a milestone in the rate of technological advancement. AI tools video and voice deep fake technology are increasingly being used by hackers to gain access to victim organisations’ information. The updated ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard takes AI technology into account to ensure that organisations are protected against the latest attack methods.
What are the Benefits of Implementing ISO/IEC 27001:2022?
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Standardising processes within your organisation to ensure expected results are achieved consistently;
- Ensuring that sensitive information is protected from unauthorised access;
- Ensuring that information is not corrupted or changed without appropriate control;
- Ensuring that information can be accessed where and when needed;
- Ensuring robust controls are implemented to protect the organisation against even the most advanced cyber attacks;
- Ensuring that your organisation is prepared to respond to potential information security threats and attacks;
- Ensuring that information is shared using secure methods, both internally and externally;
- Providing organisations with a framework for complying with legal, contractual, and other requirements;
- Providing customers and stakeholders with the confidence that their information is well managed;
- Assisting with compliance with other regulations (e.g., Sarbanes Oxley Act, Service Organization Control SOC 1 – Type 1 and 2, and SOC 2 – Type 1 and 2);
- Providing your organisation with a competitive advantage over your competitors through effective security control and recognition of certification;
- Providing internal assurance of security by an external trusted and accredited certification body;
- Enhancing customer satisfaction that improves client retention;
- Managing and minimising risk exposure;
- Building a culture of information security within your organisation; and
- Protecting company assets from information security and cyber attacks.
How do I implement ISO/IEC 27001:2022 in an organisation?
WWISE has a range of professional consultants, engineers, and registered auditors to assist in implementing and maintaining any ISO management system. Our industry expertise includes services, telecommunication, manufacturing, construction, engineering services, fast-moving consumer goods, mining, power generation, state-owned companies, and government-run organisations. Our industry leading consultants take the time to truly understand the processes of your company and customise the ISMS to your needs. WWISE consultants will walk with you every step of the way to ensure that your administrative burden is lifted and that you experience the benefits of the ISMS.
WWISE takes a 4-Phase Approach:
- Phase 1: Gap Analysis Audit and Information Gathering
- Phase 2: ISO Documentation, Risk Assessment, and Process Mapping
- Phase 3: Implementation and Coaching
- Phase 4: Certification
WWISE provides a turnkey solution to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 management system implementation, which includes document creation, 1-on-1 coaching, on-the-job training, and mentorship. As a consulting firm, we do not provide certification services. However, with our 100% first time certification record, we will guide you through the certification process and ensure that your business joins the ranks of the world’s best, ISO certified organisations.
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Certification Process:
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